The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District Court of Columbia held the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) can keep its powers. On October 11, the court of Appeals held that while the CFPB's single director director removable only for cause structure is unconstitutional, other portions of the statute authorizing the CFPB are constitutional. In PHH Corp. [...]

How Do I Dispute Errors On My Credit Report? Consumers often contact The Adkins Firm and ask how do I dispute errors on my credit report? We suggest consumers make disputes to the credit bureaus, including Equifax, Experian and Trans Union, in writing and by certified mail. Consumers should keep a copy of their signed [...]

How do I get my free credit report? The Fair Credit reporting Act (FCRA) is a federal law that gives consumers rights, including the right to a free credit report every 12 months. Consumers may order free reports from the nationwide consumer reporting agencies, including Equifax, Experian and Trans Union, by mail, phone or online. [...]